Supporting Crew Member

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CAE - The leader in Aviation training is offering a unique opportunity in our Orlando, Florida location through its Supporting Crew Member (SCM) program.

The Supporting Crew Member (SCM) Program at CAE provides qualified pilots with the opportunity to support clients attending FAA-approved Part 142 and authorized Part 135 training programs. SCMs provide right-seat support during simulator-based training activities and maintain qualification requirements through recurrent training.

This is an on-call position based in Orlando, Florida.

Key responsibilities include:

- Provide right-seat support for clients participating in FAA-approved Part 142 and authorized Part 135 training programs.
- Support simulator-based flight training activities in accordance with CAE procedures and training requirements.
- Maintain program currency by participating in required training and qualification activities.
- Accept and complete scheduled assignments based on operational requirements.
- Contribute to a professional training environment focused on safety and customer service.

Minimum Qualifications

- Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
- Airplane Multi-Engine Land (MEL) rating.
- Instrument Rating for Airplane Multi-Engine Land.
- Minimum 50 hours of combined multi-engine and instrument experience.
- Minimum 400 hours total flight time.
- Ability to participate in at least 35 events during a 12-month period to maintain qualification and recurrent training requirements.
- Ability to commit to approximately 10-15 working days per month.
- Ability to work on an on-call basis, including availability for assignments that may be scheduled 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
- Availability for assignments with a minimum scheduling period of four (4) hours.
- Must reside within the Orlando, Florida area.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

- Minimum 100 hours of turbine flight experience.
- Previous flight training, instructional, simulator, or aviation training support experience.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Commitment to safety and customer service excellence.

Benefits

- Formal aircraft Second-in-Command (SIC) simulator training on select aircraft types.
- Opportunity to earn and attend advanced CAE training and enrichment programs at no cost, subject to program eligibility requirements.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Below is a nonexclusive list and may be updated at any time:

- Constantly ascends or descends ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.
- Constantly moves in different positions including tight and confined spaces.
- Occasionally remains stationary, standing or sitting.
- Occasionally moves about to accomplish tasks or relocate.
- Occasionally adjusts or moves objects up to 25 pounds.
- Constantly repeats motions involving wrists, hands, and fingers

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About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we’ve driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

# Position Type
On Call (Fixed Term)

Equal Opportunity Employer

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